A woman was shot and killed early Sunday morning outside a popular hot dog stand on Chicago’s West Side, according to CBS Chicago.
The shooting happened around 3:37 a.m. near West Harrison Street and Independence Boulevard, outside the Original Maxwell Street Sausage Stand. Police said the woman was involved in an argument with a man when the confrontation escalated.
According to authorities, the man pulled out a firearm and shot the woman multiple times before fleeing the area in a silver SUV.
The victim was taken to Stroger Hospital, where she died. Authorities have not identified her.
Chicago police responded to the scene and began investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Detectives are working to determine what led to the confrontation and identify the person responsible.
The shooting happened at a location known for attracting customers looking for late-night food, making the deadly incident especially alarming for people in the area.
No arrest has been reported, and the suspect remains at large as the investigation continues.
Authorities are expected to review surveillance footage and speak with potential witnesses as they work to piece together what happened before the shooting.
The incident also highlights concerns about violent confrontations occurring in busy areas of Chicago during overnight hours, when restaurants and food stands can still have customers and employees nearby.
Police have not released additional information about the circumstances surrounding the argument or what may have led to the shooting.
Anyone with information that could assist investigators is urged to contact Chicago police.
The investigation remains ongoing, and additional details are expected as authorities continue gathering evidence and working to identify the suspect.
